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Recurring Events
Every Monday at 7:45 am Debbie and her two wee ones will lead a moderate-paced run along Stevens Creek Trail from Sleeper Lane in Mountain View. Bring a jogging stroller for kids - parents will be running. We'll set goals to progress in pace and distance along Stevens Creek Trail. Debbie has much running experience and can share tips if you're just getting into running or have a race goal in mind.
Every Monday at 11 am Amy and her two wee ones will lead a hike and picnic at a different location in the South Bay/ Peninsula Region. Please read descriptions below/click through links on the calendar to know what baby transport works best.
Every Monday at 4:30 pm Pippa and little Ruth will lead a Toddler Trek. We'll encourage toddlers to walk and explore along the path around the Palo Alto Baylands Duck Pond, to the bridge at Lake Boronda at Foothills Park, or the path alongside the geese and pond at Shoreline Park. These Toddler Treks last about an hour at most. Younger children in strollers (any kind) or carriers, and pregnant moms welcome! See details below/through links in the calendar for more details.
Beginning in September, every Tuesday at 1:30 pm Megan and her little one will lead Stroller Hikes at Palo Alto, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Cupertino, or Los Altos Hills parks. All are designed with a play break at the beginning, middle, or end of the event. See details below/through links in the calendar for more details.
Resuming in September, every Wednesday at 9:30 am Lisa, Samuel, and little Shira will lead a hike/toddler bike outing at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. Explore the matrix of trails out to the farm and creek, play on the logs, and visit the animals! Shira will be in a stroller or carrier, so parents wanting to carry their kids the same way are welcome. Samuel may ride his little bike on the wide, flat path, so toddlers that follow directions well can do the same. Any baby transport will work. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, call Lisa at 650-892-8678.
Thursday Afternoons at 4:30 pm, Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly will lead a Toddler Trek. We'll encourage the toddlers to walk for this 1 - 1.5 hour slow-paced hike, where we'll welcome breaks to explore nature, play, and snack. You are welcome to bring strollers or carriers if you think your child will get tired hiking. Younger children and babies, and pregnant moms welcome! See the specific details below or in the calendar for each event.
Friday Mornings at 9:30 am Melissa and Maxwell will lead a Stroller Hike at varying locations in Palo Alto, Los Altos Hills, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, San Jose, or Campbell. See details or the calendar below for more information.
On the third Saturday of every month, at 10:30 am join Bike Buddies for a Family Friendly Bike Ride through downtown San Carlos. The ride will last up to an hour. For more information, see SanCarlosGreen.org's Website.
About once per month on a Saturday Jen S. leads Moonlit Hikes along Los Gatos Creek Trail from Vasona Park (Los Gatos) or at Harvey Bear Ranch/Coyote Lake in San Martin (by Morgan Hill/Gilroy). See the calendar or details below for more information.
August 2010
Unique Events (Also click calendar for details on Recurring Events):
Monday, August 2nd at 9:45 am join Debbie and her two wee ones for a run from Bol Park in Palo Alto. Meet at Bol Park near the corner of Matadero Avenue and Laguna Avenue (on Laguna Avenue). Bring a jogging stroller for kids not wanting to run or for infants. The path is a wide, two-lane paved one. We'll encourage the running kids to tell us when to "go!" and run, and when to "stop!" and take walk breaks, in a sort of modified red-light/green-light/fartlek approach. The trail is a widely used multi-use path that was converted from an old railroad line - a little history here! Come visit the donkeys and chickens and see a piece of "old" Palo Alto; the donkeys here were used as inspiration for Donkey in Shrek. Meet at the playground in the middle of the park. For more information, see The Bol Park Webpage. Call Debbie at 650-776-1082 if you're running late.
Tuesday, August 3rd at 4:30 pm join Pippa and Ruth for a Toddler Trek at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto at 3070 N.Shoreline Blvd. We will be doing a short walk around the lake to the play structure. We'll see lots of birds, and boats on the lake. We will be encouraging the little ones to walk, but if you want to bring a stroller, any kind should work as the trail is paved. Follow Shoreline Blvd all the way to the end, enter the park by the kiosk, and follow the road all the way to the end following signs for Lakeside Cafe. Meet in the car park by the cafe. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see The Shoreline Park Page and Mountain View's Shoreline Page. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Thursday, August 5th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Crystal Springs along the Sawyer Camp Trail, West of San Mateo and Burlingame. This is an entirely paved trail (well, I doubt it if we'll make it to the short gravel section connecting to San Andreas Trail near mile 6) so all strollers work fine. Plenty of benches and port-o-potties along the way, and a nice picnic area with water near the 3.5 mile mark (if we make it that far). For information about the hike or directions, see Crystal Springs Page. Meet at the benches just inside the gate at Crystal Springs Rd and Syline Blvd. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Friday, August 6th at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. Meet at the main lower parking lot at the water fountain in front of the bathrooms(just past the entrance, turn right, then follow the road until it ends). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. The hike will be to the farm and back - about 2 miles, with a stop at the farm for a break. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, give Jenn a call at 210-859-8721.
Monday, August 9th at 9:45 am join Debbie and her two wee ones for a run along Stevens Creek Trail beginning from the Sleeper Trailhead in Mountain View. Bring a jogging stroller for kids not wanting to run or for infants. The path is a two-lane paved one. We'll encourage the running kids to tell us when to "go!" and run, and when to "stop!" and take walk breaks, in a sort of modified red-light/green-light/fartlek approach. We'll run up to the Yuba Trailhead or a bit beyond it, then double back. Meet at the water fountain at the Sleeper Trailhead. For more information about the trail or directions, see The Stevens Creek Trail Page. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Tuesday, August 10th at 4:30 pm join Pippa and Ruth for a Toddler Trek at Foothills Park in Palo Alto at 3300 Page Mill Road. We'll walk along the side of Lake Boronda to a bridge and back. Toddlers will be encouraged to walk, but you are welcome to bring transport if you like. The path is flat but gravelly - you may struggle with a normal stroller in places. Warning - you can access the lake at a few points - be ready to restrain your child or bring a change of clothing! If you are not a Palo Alto resident, please email Pippa (pippa@gawley.org) with your name so you can be put on the guest list. We'll meet at the car park just inside the gates. More info and directions:
http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/csd/parks_and_open_space/preserves_and_open_spaces/foothills_park.asp. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Thursday, August 12th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Coal Mine Ridge/Portola Valley Ranch. This is a lovely, rustic hike, mainly through shaded woods. Toddlers will be encouraged to hike and explore on these narrow trails with new sights around every corner. For non-walking children, a baby carrier or backpack are recommended. We'll talk about Spanish Moss and look for animal trails, while we talk about how critters access water when the creek is so far below this hill. For information about the hike and directions, see The Coal Mine Ridge Webpage. Dogs not allowed. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Friday, August 13th at 9:45 am join Jenn W. and little Scott for a hike at Alviso Marina and Don Edwards Wildlife Refuge in Alviso. Come enjoy the range of birds, the Bay breezes, and see the train! The boardwalks here are great for toddlers. Meet at the Marina Parking lot. Bring a carrier or a jogging stroller for wee ones. We'll try to do the one-mile loop two or three times. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For directions or more information about the area, see The Alviso / Don Edwards Page. Call Jenn at 210-859-8721 if you're running late. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Monday, August 16th at 9:45 am join Debbie and her two wee ones for a run along The Bay Trail from Sunnyvale Baylands Park in Sunnyvale. Bring a jogging stroller for kids not wanting to run or for infants. The path is a wide, two-lane paved one. We'll encourage the running kids to tell us when to "go!" and run, and when to "stop!" and take walk breaks, in a sort of modified red-light/green-light/fartlek approach. We'll run up to the Gold Street intersection, then double back. Meet next to the recycled water test garden (take a left after entering the park). For more information or directions, see the Baylands Page. The park usually charges a fee for parking this time of year, but is often understaffed; you can park for free if there is no park staff there to take money. Free parking is also nextdoor, at the baseball field (if you park near he adjacent fence, just skirt the edge of the fence to enter the park near the street). If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Tuesday, August 17th at 4:30 pm join Pippa and Ruth for a Toddler Trek at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto at 3070 N.Shoreline Blvd. We will be doing a short walk around the lake to the play structure. We'll see lots of birds, and boats on the lake. We will be encouraging the little ones to walk, but if you want to bring a stroller, any kind should work as the trail is paved. Follow Shoreline Blvd all the way to the end, enter the park by the kiosk, and follow the road all the way to the end following signs for Lakeside Cafe. Meet in the car park by the cafe. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see The Shoreline Park Page and Mountain View's Shoreline Page. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Thursday, August 19th at 1:30 pm - Different Time! join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Fitzgerald Marine Reserve near Moss Beach. Join us for a picnic (bring your own snacks) and some low tide treasure hunting. We'll leave all treasures at the tide pools, but enjoy touching, seeing, smelling, and tasting the salt water spray! Don't forget your camera. It might feel like quite a distance to travel, but we'll shoot for low-commute hours to speed up the journey and low tide (predicted to be around 1:30), to made it worth your while to stay. This area is well known for its tide pools and wildlife. The hike is very short, but the beach visit will be quite worthwhile! Debbie and little Max will lead this hike. Dogs not allowed. Baby carrier and sturdy sandals or sneakers for rock hopping (plus a change of clothes in the car if you get wet) recommended. For directions and information about the area, see The Fitzgerald Marine Reserve Webpage. Meet at the parking lot. Give Debbie a call if you're running late at 650-776-1082.
Friday, August 20th at 9:45 am Jenn W. and little Scott will lead at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. Meet at the main lower parking lot at the water fountain in front of the bathrooms(just past the entrance, turn right, then follow the road until it ends). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. The hike will be to the farm and back - about 2 miles, with a stop at the farm for a break. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, give Jenn a call at 210-859-8721.
Monday, August 23rd at 9:45 am no run today.
Monday, August 23rd at 11 am join Amy B. and her wee ones for a hike and a picnic at Stevens Creek Trail beginning from Creekside Park at Easy Street in Mountain View. Any stroller or carrier will work; the path is a lovely two-lane paved one. We’ll have the option of walking towards the bay or towards the hills (the trail has been extended through Mountain View). For the bay direction, the first and last quarter of this hike is well shaded, and we hope to have some bay breezes, in case it’s warm. For the hill direction, the trail is shaded for the majority of the hike. For more information about the trail or directions, see The Stevens Creek Trail Webpage. Bring a picnic lunch for your family. If you’re running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Tuesday, August 24th at 4:30 PM join Pippa and Ruth at the Palo Alto Baylands Duck Pond, for a slow-paced loop around the pond. We'll see lots of birds and airplanes landing at the airport. It is often windy, so please bring a sweater. We will be encouraging the little ones to walk, but if you want to bring a stroller, any kind should work. Go right to the end of Embarcadero Road, over the 101, past the golf course and airport. At the t-junction turn left. The Duck Pond is on the left with a sign-posted parking lot. Ignore this car park and continue along Embarcadero Road to the second car park. Meet by the pond next to this parking lot. For information about the pond and Palo Alto Baylands Park, as well as further directions on how to get there, see The Palo Alto Baylands Webpage. Sorry, no dogs allowed. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Thursday, August 26th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Mt. Madonna in Watsonville, just beyond where Gilroy Gardens is. Come for a short toddler-friendly hike along Miller Nature Trail, past Miller House Ruins. Toddlers will be encouraged to walk, run, and explore along this shaded dirt trail; a backpack/carrier are best for non-walking children. Meet at the Miller Nature Trail parking lot (near the ranger station), at the Lower Miller Trail trailhead. To get to Mt. Madonna County Park, take the Hecker Pass/Highway 152 Exit from Highway 101. After about 9.5 miles on Highway 153 at the junction with Pole Line Road, turn right to take the main entrance into the park. Drive towards the ranger station. Bring a few dollars to pay for parking. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Friday, August 27th at 9:45 am join Jenn W. and little Scott for a hike at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto. The trail is paved, so it's great for all strollers or kid carriers. Meet at the lake next to where the sailboats are kept (to the right of the cafe / bathrooms building) in Shoreline Park. There are plenty of play structures and a beach for toddlers - we'll stop to play after the hike! Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see Shoreline Park Page and Emily Renzel/Byxbee Page. If you're running late, call Jenn at 210-859-8721.
Monday, August 30th at 9:45 am join Debbie and her two wee ones for a run along Stevens Creek Trail beginning from the Sleeper Trailhead in Mountain View. Bring a jogging stroller for kids not wanting to run or for infants. The path is a two-lane paved one. We'll encourage the running kids to tell us when to "go!" and run, and when to "stop!" and take walk breaks, in a sort of modified red-light/green-light/fartlek approach. We'll run up to the Yuba Trailhead or a bit beyond it, then double back. Meet at the water fountain at the Sleeper Trailhead. For more information about the trail or directions, see The Stevens Creek Trail Page. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Monday, August 30th at 11 am Amy B. and her wee ones will lead a hike and picnic at Sunnyvale Baylands Park. This trail is entirely paved, so any stroller will work! Meet next to the recycled water test garden (take a left after entering the park). Bring a picnic for your family. For more information or directions, see the Baylands Page. The park charges a parking fee this time of year, if a ranger is present or the automatic payment kiosk is working. If you'd like to park for free, park at the baseball complex next door. If you're running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Tuesday, August 31st at 4:30 pm join Pippa and Ruth for a Toddler Trek at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto at 3070 N.Shoreline Blvd. We will be doing a short walk around the lake to the play structure. We'll see lots of birds, and boats on the lake. We will be encouraging the little ones to walk, but if you want to bring a stroller, any kind should work as the trail is paved. Follow Shoreline Blvd all the way to the end, enter the park by the kiosk, and follow the road all the way to the end following signs for Lakeside Cafe. Meet in the car park by the cafe. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see The Shoreline Park Page and Mountain View's Shoreline Page. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Friday Hikes discontinued beginning in September.
Friday, September 3rd at 9:30 am Melissa and little Maxwell will lead at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. Meet at the main lower parking lot at the water fountain in front of the bathrooms(just past the entrance, turn right, then follow the road until it ends). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. The hike will be to the farm and back - about 2 miles, with a stop at the farm for a break. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, give Melissa a call at 650-224-5461.
Weekend of Saturday September 4th through September 6th join Stroller Hikes for their fourth annual Family Camping Trip along the lovely Soquel Creek in Soquel at the Letona Ranch. This is an annual fundraiser for Stroller Hikes (we request a $25 donation per family per night). Families can stay one or two nights for this car camping excursion. We'll have communal dinners and breakfasts, but families will be responsible for their own snacks, lunches, and drinks. There will be plenty of fun to be had at the creek, around the fire, in camp, or around the ranch. Contact admin@strollerhikes.com for more information.
No run or hike on Labor Day (Monday, September 6th).
Wednesday, September 8th at 9:30 am we'll hike at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path going to the farm, and possibly go past it. The road is perfect for trikes or bikes, if toddlers or young children want to ride. Any baby transport will work. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Lisa, Samuel, and little Shira will lead this hike. If you're running late, call Lisa at 650-892-8678.
Thursday, September 9th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Bol Park in Palo Alto. Meet at Bol Park near the corner of Matadero Avenue and Laguna Avenue (on Laguna Avenue). This trail is entirely paved, so any baby transport will work, but we'll encourage toddlers to walk. The trail is a widely used multi-use path that was converted from an old railroad line - a little history here! Come visit the donkeys and chickens and see a piece of "old" Palo Alto. Meet at the playground in the middle of the park. For more information, see The Bol Park Webpage. Call Debbie at 650-776-1082 if you're running late.
Saturday, September 11th from 7 am to the afternoon come out for the 5th annual Ridge Trail Cruz, a celebration of the Bay Area Ridge Trail, with the event occurring in Saratoga Gap, Long Ridge, Russian Ridge, and Skyline Parks. This event is run by the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council, a nonprofit dedicated to maintaining and expanding the Bay Trail that circles the San Francisco Bay, from ridgeline to ridgeline. Come hike, run, mountain bike, ride a horse, or/and explore the trails and pond. Registration is required to attend. A light breakfast will be provided for early birds, and lunch will be provided. See RidgeTrail.org's website for more information.
Monday, September 13th at 7:45 am join Debbie and her two wee ones for a run along Stevens Creek Trail beginning from the Sleeper Trailhead in Mountain View. Bring a jogging stroller for kids - parents will be running. Meet at the water fountain at the Sleeper Trailhead. For more information about the trail or directions, see The Stevens Creek Trail Page. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Monday, September 13th at 11 am join Amy B. and her wee ones for a hike and picnic at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino / Los Altos Hills off of Cristo Rey Drive, Cupertino. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path or a hilly, packed dirt route, depending on who attends. Both trails will go to the farm, and maybe past it. Any baby transport will work, and bikes or trikes can be used on the flat route. Bring a picnic for your family. Meet at the main parking lot by the bathrooms(follow the entrance road to the right until it ends). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Call Amy at 408-368-7161 if you're running late.
Tuesday, September 14th at 1:30 pm join Megan and her little one for a Stroller Hike at Sunnyvale Baylands Park. This trail is entirely paved, so any stroller will work! Meet next to the recycled water test garden (take a left after entering the park). For more information or directions, see the Baylands Page. The park charges a parking fee this time of year, if a ranger is present or the automatic payment kiosk is working. If you'd like to park for free, park at the baseball complex next door. If you're running late, call Megan at 408-409-3206.
Tuesday, September 14th at 4:30 pm join Pippa and Ruth for a Toddler Trek at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto at 3070 N.Shoreline Blvd. We will be doing a short walk around the lake to the play structure. We'll see lots of birds, and boats on the lake. We will be encouraging the little ones to walk, but if you want to bring a stroller, any kind should work as the trail is paved. Follow Shoreline Blvd all the way to the end, enter the park by the kiosk, and follow the road all the way to the end following signs for Lakeside Cafe. Meet in the car park by the cafe. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see The Shoreline Park Page and Mountain View's Shoreline Page. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Wednesday, September 15th at 9:30 am we'll hike at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path going to the farm, and possibly go past it. The road is perfect for trikes or bikes, if toddlers or young children want to ride. Any baby transport will work. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Lisa, Samuel, and little Shira will lead this hike. If you're running late, call Lisa at 650-892-8678.
Thursday, September 16th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Alum Rock Park in San Jose. We'll explore the old mineral springs area of the park, checking out the trickles of water that lead to the creek. Meet by the YSI building (drive well into the park and follow signs). All types of strollers will work. For directions or more information about the area, see The Alum Rock Park Page. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Friday, September 17th at 9:30 am join Melissa and Maxwell for a hike at Stevens Creek Trail beginning from Creekside Park at Easy Street in Mountain View. Any stroller or carrier will work; the path is a lovely two-lane paved one. We’ll have the option of walking towards the bay or towards the hills (the trail has been extended through Mountain View). For the bay direction, the first and last quarter of this hike is well shaded, and we hope to have some bay breezes, in case it’s warm. For the hill direction, the trail is shaded for the majority of the hike. For more information about the trail or directions, see The Stevens Creek Trail Webpage. If you’re running late, call Melissa at 650-224-5461.
Monday, September 20th at 7:45 am join Debbie and her two wee ones for a run along Stevens Creek Trail beginning from the Sleeper Trailhead in Mountain View. Bring a jogging stroller for kids - parents will be running. Meet at the water fountain at the Sleeper Trailhead. For more information about the trail or directions, see The Stevens Creek Trail Page. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Monday, September 20th at 11 am join Amy B. and her wee ones for a hike and picnic at Byxbee Park in Palo Alto. Meet at the Byxbee parking area at the end of Embarcadero Road. We'll hike up and down the lovely crushed oyster shell paths around the artistic installments to Byxbee Park, then hike over to the Palo Alto Baylands Park, stopping to check out the birds around the duck pond as well as any artists trying to capture the interesting landscape. The trail works fine for all types of strollers. Dogs allowed! Bring a picnic for your family. For more information about the parks and directions to Byxbee's main parking lot, see Byxbee Page and Palo Alto Baylands Page. If you're running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Monday, September 20th at 4:30 PM join Pippa and Ruth at the Palo Alto Baylands Duck Pond, for a slow-paced loop around the pond. We'll see lots of birds and airplanes landing at the airport. It is often windy, so please bring a sweater. We will be encouraging the little ones to walk, but if you want to bring a stroller, any kind should work. Go right to the end of Embarcadero Road, over the 101, past the golf course and airport. At the t-junction turn left. The Duck Pond is on the left with a sign-posted parking lot. Ignore this car park and continue along Embarcadero Road to the second car park. Meet by the pond next to this parking lot. For information about the pond and Palo Alto Baylands Park, as well as further directions on how to get there, see The Palo Alto Baylands Webpage. Sorry, no dogs allowed. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Tuesday, September 21st at 1:30 PM join Megan and her little one for a Stroller Hike at Stevens Creek Trail from Creekside Park off of Easy Street in Mountain View. Any stroller or carrier will work; the path is a lovely two-lane paved one. We’ll have the option of walking towards the bay or towards the hills (the trail has been extended through Mountain View). For the bay direction, the first and last quarter of this hike is well shaded, and we hope to have some bay breezes, in case it’s warm. For the hill direction, the trail is shaded for the majority of the hike. For more information about the trail or directions, see The Stevens Creek Trail Webpage. If you’re running late, call Megan at 408-409-3206.
Wednesday, September 22nd at 9:30 am we'll hike at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path going to the farm, and possibly go past it. The road is perfect for trikes or bikes, if toddlers or young children want to ride. Any baby transport will work. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Lisa, Samuel, and little Shira will lead this hike. If you're running late, call Lisa at 650-892-8678.
Thursday, September 23rd at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Los Alamitos Creek Trail. The path is entirely paved, so any strollers or baby transport will work. We may linger afterwards to play in the playground, visit with the ducks, or have a snack on the nice, green lawn. Meet by the play ground next to the Bocce Ball Court, near the "back" entrance gate. Dogs are welcome, and this is a toddler-friendly path that is great for new tricycle or bicycle riders. For more information or directions, see the Los Alamitos Page. Be sure to follow the directions at the website, as there are two entrances to the park, and we're meeting at the side that allows dogs. If they are charging for parking and you don't want to pay, park along the street just outside the park entrance and walk in. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Friday, September 24th at 9:30 am join Melissa and Maxwell for a Stroller Hike out to Arastradero Lake and beyond it towards Sobey Pond along Arastradero Creek Trail at Pearson-Arastradero Preserve in Palo Alto. Meet in the main parking lot off of Arastradero Rd. We'll stop to play alongside the lake. It's sunny here, so bring a hat and water! Baby joggers or backpacks/carriers will work for this hike. For more information, see Bay Area Hiker's Description of Arastradero. Call Melissa at 650-224-5461 if you're running late.
Monday, September 27th at 7:45 am join Debbie and her two wee ones for a run along Stevens Creek Trail beginning from the Sleeper Trailhead in Mountain View. Bring a jogging stroller for kids - parents will be running. Meet at the water fountain at the Sleeper Trailhead. For more information about the trail or directions, see The Stevens Creek Trail Page. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Monday, September 27th at 11 am we'll meet at John W Christian Greenbelt. Amy B. and her little ones will lead a hike and picnic along the lovely wide, paved greenbelt in Sunnyvale and Santa Clara. Dogs allowed! We'll take a break around the halfway point for the trip, to play at the large playground for toddlers, along the greenbelt. Bring a picnic for your family. Meet at the pedestrian bridge on Ahwanee Avenue and San Junipero Drive (the bridge is just NW of San Junipero Dr.). For more information about the trail and directions, see the John W Christian Greenbelt Webpage. If you're running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Monday, September 27th at 4:30 pm join Pippa and Ruth for a Toddler Trek at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto at 3070 N.Shoreline Blvd. We will be doing a short walk around the lake to the play structure. We'll see lots of birds, and boats on the lake. We will be encouraging the little ones to walk, but if you want to bring a stroller, any kind should work as the trail is paved. Follow Shoreline Blvd all the way to the end, enter the park by the kiosk, and follow the road all the way to the end following signs for Lakeside Cafe. Meet in the car park by the cafe. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see The Shoreline Park Page and Mountain View's Shoreline Page. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Tuesday, September 28th at 1:30 PM join Megan and her little one for a Stroller Hike at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path going to the farm, and possibly go past it. The road is perfect for trikes or bikes, if toddlers or young children want to ride. Any baby transport will work. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, call Megan at 408-409-3206.
Wednesday, September 29th at 9:30 am we'll hike at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path going to the farm, and possibly go past it. The road is perfect for trikes or bikes, if toddlers or young children want to ride. Any baby transport will work. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Lisa, Samuel, and little Shira will lead this hike. If you're running late, call Lisa at 650-892-8678.
Thursday, September 30th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Arastradero Park in Palo Alto/Los Altos Hills. Meet in the main parking lot off of Arastradero Rd. Baby joggers or backpacks/carriers will work for this hike, but it will be designed so toddlers can walk, run, and explore. We'll hike to the pond, then see if we can find frogs, see ducks, and find some zooplankton. For more information, see Bay Area Hiker's Description of Arastradero. Debbie and little Max will lead this hike - call 650-776-1082 if you're running late.
Friday, October 1st at 9:30 am join Melissa and Maxwell for a Stroller Hike at Bol Park in Palo Alto. Meet at Bol Park near the corner of Matadero Avenue and Laguna Avenue (on Laguna Avenue). This trail is entirely paved, so any baby transport will work. The trail is a widely used multi-use path that was converted from an old railroad line - a little history here! Come visit the donkeys and chickens part way down the hike and see a piece of "old" Palo Alto. Meet at the playground in the middle of the park. For more information, see The Bol Park Webpage. Call Melissa at 650-224-5461 if you're running late.
Saturday, October 2nd from 11 am to 3 pm come out to Learn, Laugh, and Love at Family Day 2010, an annual celebration put together by Blossom Birth, Hand in Hand, and Stroller Hikes. This year's event will be at the Downtown Community Center at All Saints Episcopal Church, 555 Waverly Street in Palo Alto (just off of University Street Downtown). Enjoy FREE fun for ALL ages, including little babies and pregnant mamas! Featuring live music by Andy Z, Michal the Milkman ice cream (yes, free ice cream!), Stroller Hikes' obstacle course, carnival games, crafts, baby ball pit, raffle, and more! Over 20 local pregnancy and new parent community providers will be onsite to share information and provide resources for your growing family! Free workshops including infant massage and facilitated parent-child pillow play. Co-sponsored by All Saint's Episcopal Church, Sports Basement, Whole Child Wellness, and Peninsula Pediatric Dentistry. For details or to buy raffle tickets, call 650-321-2326 or email blossom@blossombirth.org.
Monday, October 4th at 11 am join Amy B. and her wee ones for a hike and picnic at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto at 3070 N. Shoreline Blvd. The trail is paved, so it's great for all strollers or kid carriers. Meet at the lake next to where the sailboats are kept (to the right of the cafe / bathrooms building) in Shoreline Park. There are plenty of play structures and a beach for toddlers - we'll stop to play after the hike! Sorry, no dogs allowed. Bring a picnic for your family. For information about the park and directions, see Shoreline Park Page and Emily Renzel/Byxbee Page. If you're running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Monday, October 4th at 4:30 pm join Pippa and Ruth for a Toddler Trek at Foothills Park in Palo Alto at 3300 Page Mill Road. We'll walk along the side of Lake Boronda to a bridge and back. Toddlers will be encouraged to walk, but you are welcome to bring transport if you like. The path is flat but gravelly - you may struggle with a normal stroller in places. Warning - you can access the lake at a few points - be ready to restrain your child or bring a change of clothing! If you are not a Palo Alto resident, please email Pippa (pippa@gawley.org) with your name so you can be put on the guest list. We'll meet at the car park just inside the gates. More info and directions:
http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/csd/parks_and_open_space/preserves_and_open_spaces/foothills_park.asp. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Tuesday, October 5th at 1:30 PM join Megan and her little one at Bol Park in Palo Alto. Meet at Bol Park near the corner of Matadero Avenue and Laguna Avenue (on Laguna Avenue). This trail is entirely paved, so any baby transport will work. The trail is a widely used multi-use path that was converted from an old railroad line - a little history here! Come visit the donkeys and chickens and see a piece of "old" Palo Alto. Meet at the playground in the middle of the park. For more information, see The Bol Park Webpage. If you're running late, call Megan at 408-409-3206.
Wednesday, October 6th at 9:30 am we'll hike at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path going to the farm, and possibly go past it. The road is perfect for trikes or bikes, if toddlers or young children want to ride. Any baby transport will work. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Lisa, Samuel, and little Shira will lead this hike. If you're running late, call Lisa at 650-892-8678.
Thursday, October 7th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Almaden Quicksilver in San Jose. We'll hike the 2.6 mile Wood Road Trail. Dogs are welcome, and the trail is half shaded. We'll climb some mild hills, to visit the Mine Hill Rotary Furnace, then return the way we came. There's a nice view of Mount Umunhum from atop these old mining hills! We'll meet at the dirt parking lot, at the junction of Hicks Road, Wood Road, and Umunhum Road. Bring water and a snack for a break at the top of the hills. To get there, take Hwy 85 to Almaden Expressway South, then travel seven miles South along Almaden Expressway to Almaden Road. Continue along Alamaden Road until Alamitos Road, then pass the Almaden Reservoir at about 3.25 miles along Alamitos Road. Turn right on Hicks Road, then at the junction between Hicks and Umunhum Roads, turn right into the Wood Road parking lot. No parking fee. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Monday, October 11th at 11 am join Amy B. and little James and Sadie for a hike and picnic at Alviso Marina and Don Edwards Wildlife Refuge in Alviso. Come enjoy the range of birds, the Bay breezes (which kick up in the afternoon), and see the train! The boardwalks here are great for toddlers. Meet at the Marina Parking lot, or just outside of it if it is closed for construction. Bring a carrier or a jogging stroller for wee ones. Sorry, no dogs allowed. Bring a picnic for your family. For directions or more information about the area, see The Alviso / Don Edwards Page. Call Amy at 408-368-7161 if you're running late. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Monday, October 11th at 4:30 pm join Pippa and Ruth for a Toddler Trek at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto at 3070 N.Shoreline Blvd. We will be doing a short walk around the lake to the play structure. We'll see lots of birds, and boats on the lake. We will be encouraging the little ones to walk, but if you want to bring a stroller, any kind should work as the trail is paved. Follow Shoreline Blvd all the way to the end, enter the park by the kiosk, and follow the road all the way to the end following signs for Lakeside Cafe. Meet in the car park by the cafe. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see The Shoreline Park Page and Mountain View's Shoreline Page. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Tuesday, October 12th at 1:30 PM join Megan and her little one for a Stroller Hike along the stretch of Stevens Creek Trail connecting McClellan Ranch and Blackberry Farm in Cupertino. The trail is a lovely new, paved, two-lane/wide one, so any baby transport will work. Meet at the McClellan Ranch parking lot at 22221 McClellan Road. We'll stop part way to play at the awesome new play structure at Blackberry Farm. For more information or directions, see the McClellan Ranch/Blackberry Farm Page. If you're running late, call Megan at 408-409-3206.
Wednesday, October 13th at 9:30 am we'll hike at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path going to the farm, and possibly go past it. The road is perfect for trikes or bikes, if toddlers or young children want to ride. Any baby transport will work. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Lisa, Samuel, and little Shira will lead this hike. If you're running late, call Lisa at 650-892-8678.
Thursday, October 14th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Ed Levin Park in Milpitas. Bring a fishing pole for the toddlers and we'll take a break to try to catch a fish. No license required - but only children can fish here. We'll release anything we catch. We'll encourage toddlers to run, walk, and explore as we hike around Spring Valley Pond along Nature Trail. We'll talk about fishing and the role of fish in this ecosystem, where ducks and zooplankton are prevalent. To get there, take Hwy 680 East and exit at Calaveras Road, then follow signs to the park. Park at the far end of the parking lot to the right of the ranger office/visitor center, then meet near the trailhead for Nature Trail. Bring a few dollars to pay for parking. If you are running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Friday, October 15th at 9:30 am join Melissa and Maxwell for a Stroller Hike at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto at 3070 N. Shoreline Blvd. The trail is paved, so it's great for all strollers or kid carriers. Meet at the lake next to where the sailboats are kept (to the right of the cafe / bathrooms building) in Shoreline Park. There are plenty of play structures and a beach for toddlers - we'll stop to play after the hike! Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see Shoreline Park Page and Emily Renzel/Byxbee Page. If you're running late, call Melissa at 650-224-5461.
Monday, October 18th at 11 am join Amy B. and her wee ones for a hike and picnic at Bol Park in Palo Alto. Meet at Bol Park near the corner of Matadero Avenue and Laguna Avenue (on Laguna Avenue). This trail is entirely paved, so any baby transport will work. The trail is a widely used multi-use path that was converted from an old railroad line - a little history here! Come visit the donkeys and chickens and see a piece of "old" Palo Alto. Bring a picnic for your family. Meet at the playground in the middle of the park. For more information, see The Bol Park Webpage. If you're running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Monday, October 18th at 4:30 PM join Pippa and Ruth at the Palo Alto Baylands Duck Pond, for a slow-paced loop around the pond. We'll see lots of birds and airplanes landing at the airport. It is often windy, so please bring a sweater. We will be encouraging the little ones to walk, but if you want to bring a stroller, any kind should work. Go right to the end of Embarcadero Road, over the 101, past the golf course and airport. At the t-junction turn left. The Duck Pond is on the left with a sign-posted parking lot. Ignore this car park and continue along Embarcadero Road to the second car park. Meet by the pond next to this parking lot. For information about the pond and Palo Alto Baylands Park, as well as further directions on how to get there, see The Palo Alto Baylands Webpage. Sorry, no dogs allowed. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Tuesday, October 19th at 1:30 pm join Megan and her little one for a Stroller Hike at Sunnyvale Baylands Park. This trail is entirely paved, so any stroller will work! Meet next to the recycled water test garden (take a left after entering the park). For more information or directions, see the Baylands Page. The park charges a parking fee this time of year, if a ranger is present or the automatic payment kiosk is working. If you'd like to park for free, park at the baseball complex next door. If you're running late, call Megan at 408-409-3206.
Wednesday, October 20th at 9:30 am we'll hike at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path going to the farm, and possibly go past it. The road is perfect for trikes or bikes, if toddlers or young children want to ride. Any baby transport will work. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Lisa, Samuel, and little Shira will lead this hike. If you're running late, call Lisa at 650-892-8678.
Thursday, October 21st at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Santa Teresa Park in San Jose. Come out to see the wildflowers, look for checkerspot butterflies, try to spy a deer, and find serpentine rock formations. Much of this route follows the Juan Bautista De Anza Trail. To get to the trailhead, take the Almaden Expressway exit from Highway 85, then travel south on Almaden Expressway. Turn right onto Harry Road, then left on McKean Road. Turn onto Fortini Road, then park at the dirt parking lot at the park entrance (where San Vicente Avenue also enters the park). The trail is a 2.5 mile loop; we'll follow Fortini Trail along the Santa Teresa Creek for almost a mile, then turn left on Mine Trail, then left on Stile Ranch Trail for some nice views and a return back to the parking lot. There is no parking fee at this park entrance. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Monday, October 25th at 11 am join Amy and her wee ones for a visit to Ardenwood Farm in Fremont, just over the Dumbarton Bridge, at 34600 Ardenwood Blvd. The farm has historic displays, live animals, and a horse-drawn railroad! Bring some money for admission (two dollars for adults, 1 dollar for children over the age of four). This will not be a strenuous hike, but will be suitable for toddlers or older children. We'll visit all the park has to offer, following the roads and trails in the park to the three fields, orchard, gardens, barn and farmyard, and of course the train! We'll try to watch a blacksmith work, feed the animals, and get an ear of corn to pop in the microwave. Bring a picnic for your family! For more information and directions, see the Ardenwood Webpage. If you're running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Monday, October 25th at 4:30 pm join Pippa and Ruth for a Toddler Trek at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto at 3070 N.Shoreline Blvd. We will be doing a short walk around the lake to the play structure. We'll see lots of birds, and boats on the lake. We will be encouraging the little ones to walk, but if you want to bring a stroller, any kind should work as the trail is paved. Follow Shoreline Blvd all the way to the end, enter the park by the kiosk, and follow the road all the way to the end following signs for Lakeside Cafe. Meet in the car park by the cafe. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see The Shoreline Park Page and Mountain View's Shoreline Page. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Tuesday, October 26th at 1:30 PM join Megan and her little one for a Stroller Hike at Stevens Creek Trail from Creekside Park off of Easy Street in Mountain View. Any stroller or carrier will work; the path is a lovely two-lane paved one. We’ll have the option of walking towards the bay or towards the hills (the trail has been extended through Mountain View). For the bay direction, the first and last quarter of this hike is well shaded, and we hope to have some bay breezes, in case it’s warm. For the hill direction, the trail is shaded for the majority of the hike. For more information about the trail or directions, see The Stevens Creek Trail Webpage. If you’re running late, call Megan at 408-409-3206.
Wednesday, October 27th at 9:30 am we'll hike at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path going to the farm, and possibly go past it. The road is perfect for trikes or bikes, if toddlers or young children want to ride. Any baby transport will work. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Lisa, Samuel, and little Shira will lead this hike. If you're running late, call Lisa at 650-892-8678.
Thursday, October 28th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Pichetti Open Space Preserve in Cupertino. Meet at the trailhead entrance on the West side of the parking lot (also the entrance to the winery). The trail is dirt on some rolling hills, but it gets narrow in spots, so a front carrier or backpack are best, but a jogger will work for most of the trail. For more information or directions, see the Picchetti Page. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Friday, October 29th at 9:30 am join Melissa and Maxwell for a Stroller Hike along the stretch of Stevens Creek Trail connecting McClellan Ranch and Blackberry Farm in Cupertino. The trail is a lovely new, paved, two-lane/wide one, so any baby transport will work. Meet at the McClellan Ranch parking lot at 22221 McClellan Road. We'll stop part way to play at the awesome new play structure at Blackberry Farm. For more information or directions, see the McClellan Ranch/Blackberry Farm Page. If you're running late, call Melissa at 650-224-5461.
Monday, November 1st at 11 am join Amy B. and her wee ones for a hike and a picnic at Stevens Creek Trail beginning from Creekside Park at Easy Street in Mountain View. Any stroller or carrier will work; the path is a lovely two-lane paved one. We’ll have the option of walking towards the bay or towards the hills (the trail has been extended through Mountain View). For the bay direction, the first and last quarter of this hike is well shaded, and we hope to have some bay breezes, in case it’s warm. For the hill direction, the trail is shaded for the majority of the hike. For more information about the trail or directions, see The Stevens Creek Trail Webpage. Bring a picnic lunch for your family. If you’re running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Monday, November 1st at 4:30 pm join Pippa and Ruth for a Toddler Trek at Foothills Park in Palo Alto at 3300 Page Mill Road. We'll walk along the side of Lake Boronda to a bridge and back. Toddlers will be encouraged to walk, but you are welcome to bring transport if you like. The path is flat but gravelly - you may struggle with a normal stroller in places. Warning - you can access the lake at a few points - be ready to restrain your child or bring a change of clothing! If you are not a Palo Alto resident, please email Pippa (pippa@gawley.org) with your name so you can be put on the guest list. We'll meet at the car park just inside the gates. More info and directions:
http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/csd/parks_and_open_space/preserves_and_open_spaces/foothills_park.asp. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Tuesday, November 2nd at 1:30 PM join Megan and her little one for a Stroller Hike at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path going to the farm, and possibly go past it. The road is perfect for trikes or bikes, if toddlers or young children want to ride. Any baby transport will work. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, call Megan at 408-409-3206.
Wednesday, November 3rd at 9:30 am we'll hike at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path going to the farm, and possibly go past it. The road is perfect for trikes or bikes, if toddlers or young children want to ride. Any baby transport will work. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Lisa, Samuel, and little Shira will lead this hike. If you're running late, call Lisa at 650-892-8678.
Thursday, November 4th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Calero County Park in San Jose. Calero County Park is a lovely, open park with rolling hills in the South Bay. The trails are generally wide fire roads, so joggers or baby carriers work best, for non-walking children, but we'll encourage the toddlers to run or walk themselves. We'll tackle a hill to visit the pond and grasslands (via Figueroa/Vallecito/Pena/Los Cerritos Trail Loop), or head over to check out the lake, after visiting with the horses. We'll talk about dragonflies as there are usually a lot here - they are interesting as they spend half of their lives in the water. Meet at the parking lot by the ranger's office, across from the horse grazing area. For information on the area or directions, see Bay Area Hiker's Webpage on Calero or The Santa Clara County Page on Calero. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Monday, November 8th at 11 am Amy B. and her wee ones will lead a hike and picnic at Sunnyvale Baylands Park. This trail is entirely paved, so any stroller will work! Meet next to the recycled water test garden (take a left after entering the park). Bring a picnic for your family. For more information or directions, see the Baylands Page. If you're running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Monday, November 8th at 4:30 pm join Pippa and Ruth for a Toddler Trek at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto at 3070 N.Shoreline Blvd. We will be doing a short walk around the lake to the play structure. We'll see lots of birds, and boats on the lake. We will be encouraging the little ones to walk, but if you want to bring a stroller, any kind should work as the trail is paved. Follow Shoreline Blvd all the way to the end, enter the park by the kiosk, and follow the road all the way to the end following signs for Lakeside Cafe. Meet in the car park by the cafe. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see The Shoreline Park Page and Mountain View's Shoreline Page. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Tuesday, November 9th at 1:30 PM join Megan and her little one at Bol Park in Palo Alto. Meet at Bol Park near the corner of Matadero Avenue and Laguna Avenue (on Laguna Avenue). This trail is entirely paved, so any baby transport will work. The trail is a widely used multi-use path that was converted from an old railroad line - a little history here! Come visit the donkeys and chickens and see a piece of "old" Palo Alto. Meet at the playground in the middle of the park. For more information, see The Bol Park Webpage. If you're running late, call Megan at 408-409-3206.
Wednesday, November 10th at 9:30 am we'll hike at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path going to the farm, and possibly go past it. The road is perfect for trikes or bikes, if toddlers or young children want to ride. Any baby transport will work. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Lisa, Samuel, and little Shira will lead this hike. If you're running late, call Lisa at 650-892-8678.
Thursday, November 11th at 1:30 pm - Different Time!- join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a picnic and farm fun at Ardenwood Historic Farm in Fremont. This is Veteran's Day for many people, so plan ahead to come out with your family. This farm is in Fremont, just over the Dumbarton Bridge. The farm has historic displays, live animals, and a horse-drawn railroad! Bring some money for admission (two dollars for adults, 1 dollar for children over the age of four). This will not be a strenuous hike, but will be suitable for toddlers or older children. We'll visit all the park has to offer, following the roads and trails in the park to the three fields, orchard, gardens, barn and farmyard, and of course the train! We'll try to watch a blacksmith work, feed the animals, and get an ear of corn to pop in the microwave. For more information and directions, see the Ardenwood Webpage. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Monday, November 15th at 11 am join Amy B. and her wee ones for a hike and picnic at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino / Los Altos Hills off of Cristo Rey Drive, Cupertino. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path or a hilly, packed dirt route, depending on who attends. Both trails will go to the farm, and maybe past it. Any baby transport will work, and bikes or trikes can be used on the flat route. Bring a picnic for your family. Meet at the main parking lot by the bathrooms(follow the entrance road to the right until it ends). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Call Amy at 408-368-7161 if you're running late.
Monday, November 15th at 4:30 PM join Pippa and Ruth at the Palo Alto Baylands Duck Pond, for a slow-paced loop around the pond. We'll see lots of birds and airplanes landing at the airport. It is often windy, so please bring a sweater. We will be encouraging the little ones to walk, but if you want to bring a stroller, any kind should work. Go right to the end of Embarcadero Road, over the 101, past the golf course and airport. At the t-junction turn left. The Duck Pond is on the left with a sign-posted parking lot. Ignore this car park and continue along Embarcadero Road to the second car park. Meet by the pond next to this parking lot. For information about the pond and Palo Alto Baylands Park, as well as further directions on how to get there, see The Palo Alto Baylands Webpage. Sorry, no dogs allowed. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Tuesday, November 16th at 1:30 PM join Megan and her little one for a fast paced hike at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto at 3070 N. Shoreline Blvd. The trail is paved, so it's great for all strollers or kid carriers. Meet at the lake next to where the sailboats are kept (to the right of the cafe / bathrooms building) in Shoreline Park. There are plenty of play structures and a beach for toddlers - we'll stop to play after the hike! Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see Shoreline Park Page and Emily Renzel/Byxbee Page. If you're running late, call Megan at 408-409-3206.
Wednesday, November 17th at 9:30 am we'll hike at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path going to the farm, and possibly go past it. The road is perfect for trikes or bikes, if toddlers or young children want to ride. Any baby transport will work. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. Lisa, Samuel, and little Shira will lead this hike. If you're running late, call Lisa at 650-892-8678.
Thursday, November 18th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Larry Lane in Portola Valley. Yes, this is the famous "Big Oak Tree Swing" place. Carriers or backpacks only, if your child does not want to walk. We'll ogle at the fall colors as we make our way up to the swing, then take a break while everyone gets a chance to try out this little marvel. For more information or directions, see The Larry Lane Page. Parking is limited, so park along the residential street atop the curve if you can't fit in the very small pull off here. Call Debbie at 650-776-1082 if you're running late.
Monday, November 22nd at 11 am join Amy B. and her wee ones for a hike and picnic at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto at 3070 N. Shoreline Blvd. The trail is paved, so it's great for all strollers or kid carriers. Meet at the lake next to where the sailboats are kept (to the right of the cafe / bathrooms building) in Shoreline Park. There are plenty of play structures and a beach for toddlers - we'll stop to play after the hike! Sorry, no dogs allowed. Bring a picnic for your family. For information about the park and directions, see Shoreline Park Page and Emily Renzel/Byxbee Page. If you're running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Monday, November 22nd at 4:30 pm join Pippa and Ruth for a Toddler Trek at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto at 3070 N.Shoreline Blvd. We will be doing a short walk around the lake to the play structure. We'll see lots of birds, and boats on the lake. We will be encouraging the little ones to walk, but if you want to bring a stroller, any kind should work as the trail is paved. Follow Shoreline Blvd all the way to the end, enter the park by the kiosk, and follow the road all the way to the end following signs for Lakeside Cafe. Meet in the car park by the cafe. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see The Shoreline Park Page and Mountain View's Shoreline Page. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Tuesday, November 23rd at 1:30 pm join Megan and her little one for a Stroller Hike at Sunnyvale Baylands Park. This trail is entirely paved, so any stroller will work! Meet next to the recycled water test garden (take a left after entering the park). For more information or directions, see the Baylands Page. If you're running late, call Megan at 408-409-3206.
Thursday, November 25th at 8:30 am - Different Time!- let's do a Turkey Trot of our own, Toddler Trek style, up to Hunter's Point at Fremont Older in Saratoga/Cupertino. You'll be done with plenty of time to put the turkey in the oven. We'll encourage toddlers to walk, run, and explore, and visit the "ruins" by the creek, before heading up to a viewpoint to see the rolling grassland and the valley below. Non-walking children should ride in backpacks or carriers. We'll talk about seeds, with grasses as examples, and notice how seeds hitch a ride on socks with special adaptations. Dogs welcome. For more information about the area and directions, see Fremont Older Page. Meet at the Prospect Road parking lot.
Call Debbie at 650-776-1082 if you're running late.
Monday, November 29th at 11 am join Amy B. and her wee ones for a hike and picnic at Byxbee Park in Palo Alto. Meet at the Byxbee parking area at the end of Embarcadero Road. We'll hike up and down the lovely crushed oyster shell paths around the artistic installments to Byxbee Park, then hike over to the Palo Alto Baylands Park, stopping to check out the birds around the duck pond as well as any artists trying to capture the interesting landscape. The trail works fine for all types of strollers. Dogs allowed! Bring a picnic for your family. For more information about the parks and directions to Byxbee's main parking lot, see Byxbee Page and Palo Alto Baylands Page. If you're running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Monday, November 29th at 4:30 pm join Pippa and Ruth for a Toddler Trek at Foothills Park in Palo Alto at 3300 Page Mill Road. We'll walk along the side of Lake Boronda to a bridge and back. Toddlers will be encouraged to walk, but you are welcome to bring transport if you like. The path is flat but gravelly - you may struggle with a normal stroller in places. Warning - you can access the lake at a few points - be ready to restrain your child or bring a change of clothing! If you are not a Palo Alto resident, please email Pippa (pippa@gawley.org) with your name so you can be put on the guest list. We'll meet at the car park just inside the gates. More info and directions:
http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/csd/parks_and_open_space/preserves_and_open_spaces/foothills_park.asp. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Tuesday, November 30th at 1:30 PM join Megan and her little one for a Stroller Hike at Stevens Creek Trail from Creekside Park off of Easy Street in Mountain View. Any stroller or carrier will work; the path is a lovely two-lane paved one. We’ll have the option of walking towards the bay or towards the hills (the trail has been extended through Mountain View). For the bay direction, the first and last quarter of this hike is well shaded, and we hope to have some bay breezes, in case it’s warm. For the hill direction, the trail is shaded for the majority of the hike. For more information about the trail or directions, see The Stevens Creek Trail Webpage. If you’re running late, call Megan at 408-409-3206.
Thursday, December 2nd at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Uvas Canyon County Park. We'll take a tranquil hike through forests with waterfalls. Toddlers will be encouraged to hike, run, and explore. There are very nice wooden bridges to play on, and the water in the wet season transforms this valley into a magical place. We'll explore some of these changes, learning to identify moss, lichens, and ferns, and looking for animals too. The park is located at 8515 Croy Road in Morgan Hill. Bring a few dollars for parking. For directions and information, see The Bay Area Hiker Webpage on Uvas. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Monday, December 6th at 11 am join Amy B. and little James and Sadie for a hike and picnic at Alviso Marina and Don Edwards Wildlife Refuge in Alviso. Come enjoy the range of birds, the Bay breezes (which kick up in the afternoon), and see the train! The boardwalks here are great for toddlers. Meet at the Marina Parking lot, or just outside of it if it is closed for construction. Bring a carrier or a jogging stroller for wee ones. Sorry, no dogs allowed. Bring a picnic for your family. For directions or more information about the area, see The Alviso / Don Edwards Page. Call Amy at 408-368-7161 if you're running late. This is a Santa Clara County Healthy Trails outing.
Monday, December 6th at 4:30 pm join Pippa and Ruth for a Toddler Trek at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto at 3070 N.Shoreline Blvd. We will be doing a short walk around the lake to the play structure. We'll see lots of birds, and boats on the lake. We will be encouraging the little ones to walk, but if you want to bring a stroller, any kind should work as the trail is paved. Follow Shoreline Blvd all the way to the end, enter the park by the kiosk, and follow the road all the way to the end following signs for Lakeside Cafe. Meet in the car park by the cafe. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see The Shoreline Park Page and Mountain View's Shoreline Page. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Tuesday, December 7th at 1:30 PM join Megan and her little one for a Stroller Hike at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino/Los Altos Hills. We'll do an almost entirely paved, flat path going to the farm, and possibly go past it. The road is perfect for trikes or bikes, if toddlers or young children want to ride. Any baby transport will work. Meet at the upper parking lot where model airplanes are flown (just past the entrance, turn right, then left into the first parking area uphill from the lower two). For more information or directions, see the Rancho San Antonio Page. Sorry, dogs not allowed. This hike is at least half shaded. If you're running late, call Megan at 408-409-3206.
Thursday, December 9th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at Coal Mine Ridge/Portola Valley Ranch. This is a lovely, rustic hike, mainly through shaded woods. Toddlers will be encouraged to hike and explore on these narrow trails with new sights around every corner. For non-walking children, a baby carrier or backpack are recommended. We'll talk about Spanish Moss and look for animal trails, while we talk about how critters access water when the creek is so far below this hill. For information about the hike and directions, see The Coal Mine Ridge Webpage. Dogs not allowed. If you're running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Monday, December 13th at 11 am join Amy B. and her wee ones for a hike and picnic at Bol Park in Palo Alto. Meet at Bol Park near the corner of Matadero Avenue and Laguna Avenue (on Laguna Avenue). This trail is entirely paved, so any baby transport will work. The trail is a widely used multi-use path that was converted from an old railroad line - a little history here! Come visit the donkeys and chickens and see a piece of "old" Palo Alto. Bring a picnic for your family. Meet at the playground in the middle of the park. For more information, see The Bol Park Webpage. If you're running late, call Amy at 408-368-7161.
Monday, December 13th at 4:30 PM join Pippa and Ruth at the Palo Alto Baylands Duck Pond, for a slow-paced loop around the pond. We'll see lots of birds and airplanes landing at the airport. It is often windy, so please bring a sweater. We will be encouraging the little ones to walk, but if you want to bring a stroller, any kind should work. Go right to the end of Embarcadero Road, over the 101, past the golf course and airport. At the t-junction turn left. The Duck Pond is on the left with a sign-posted parking lot. Ignore this car park and continue along Embarcadero Road to the second car park. Meet by the pond next to this parking lot. For information about the pond and Palo Alto Baylands Park, as well as further directions on how to get there, see The Palo Alto Baylands Webpage. Sorry, no dogs allowed. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Tuesday, December 14th at 1:30 PM join Megan and her little one for a Stroller Hikes at John W Christian Greenbelt in Sunnyvale. Come enjoy a brisk walk along this lovely wide, paved greenbelt in Sunnyvale and Santa Clara. Dogs allowed. We'll take a break around the halfway point for the trip, to play at the large playground for toddlers along the greenbelt. Meet at the pedestrian bridge on Ahwanee Avenue and San Junipero Drive (the bridge is just NW of San Junipero Dr.). For more information about the trail, see the John W Christian Greenbelt Webpage. If you're running late, call Megan at 408-409-3206.
Thursday, December 16th at 4:30 pm join Debbie, little Max, and wee Holly for a Toddler Trek at McClellan Ranch in Cupertino. We may see some reptiles, plants, and insects with the help of one of the naturalists of the park. We may also visit the gardens and livestock area of the park. Come walk along the new stretch of Stevens Creek Trail here, and check out the creek! Meet at the parking lot at McClellan Ranch Park at 22221 McClellan Road in Cupertino. Any baby transport will work, but we’ll encourage toddlers to hike. If you’re running late, call Debbie at 650-776-1082.
Monday, December 20th at 4:30 pm join Pippa and Ruth for a Toddler Trek at Shoreline Park in Mountain View/Palo Alto at 3070 N.Shoreline Blvd. We will be doing a short walk around the lake to the play structure. We'll see lots of birds, and boats on the lake. We will be encouraging the little ones to walk, but if you want to bring a stroller, any kind should work as the trail is paved. Follow Shoreline Blvd all the way to the end, enter the park by the kiosk, and follow the road all the way to the end following signs for Lakeside Cafe. Meet in the car park by the cafe. Sorry, no dogs allowed. For information about the park and directions, see The Shoreline Park Page and Mountain View's Shoreline Page. If you're running late, give Pippa a call at 510-621-7471.
Tuesday, December 21st at 1:30 PM join Megan and her little one for a Stroller Hike along the stretch of Stevens Creek Trail connecting McClellan Ranch and Blackberry Farm in Cupertino. The trail is a lovely new, paved, two-lane/wide one, so any baby transport will work. Meet at the McClellan Ranch parking lot at 22221 McClellan Road. We'll stop part way to play at the awesome new play structure at Blackberry Farm. For more information or directions, see the McClellan Ranch/Blackberry Farm Page. If you're running late, call Megan at 408-409-3206.
Thursday, December 23rd to February 10th no Toddler Trek scheduled.
Thursday, February 17th at 4:30 PM join Debbie, Max, and Holly for a Toddler Trek at Penitencia Creek Trail in San Jose.
Thursday, February 24th at 4:30 PM join Debbie, Max, and Holly for a Toddler Trek at Ed Levin's Spring Valley/Los Coches Ridge.
Thursday, March 10th at 4:30 PM join Debbie, Max, and Holly for a Toddler Trek at Calero's Figueroa Trail.
Thursday, March 24th at 4:30 PM join Debbie, Max, and Holly for a Toddler Trek at Los Gatos Creek Trail: Miles Ave to Vasona Dam.
Thursday, March 31st at 4:30 PM join Debbie, Max, and Holly for a Toddler Trek at Steven's Creek's Tony Look Trail.